Camping in Tennessee (TN) offers a wide range of camping experiences across the state, from the Great Smoky Mountains in the east to the shoreline of the Mississippi River in the west.

Eastern Tennessee features mountain camping with the Appalachian Mountain range running through the state. Cherokee National Forest allows campers to enjoy secluded campsites near pristine lakes in the Great Smoky Mountains. Backpackers can find plenty of primitive tent sites within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but family-friendly sites can be found there as well. Enjoy the view of Clingman's Dome or pick out a tent site along the Appalachian Trail as you hike to it.

Middle Tennessee brings about a change in terrain with the Highland Rim. Campers will find wooded campgrounds sheltered by a thick tree canopy with plenty of access to lakes and streams. West Tennessee is defined by the shores of the Mississippi River--camp in the lowlands near the shoreline and enjoy the scenic view of the famous river. Tenn. campgrounds boast plenty of campsites, accommodating both RVs and campers, with plenty of room for basic tent sites as well. Campers will find campgrounds with amenities like swimming pools, children's playgrounds, and running water. Don't forget, you can find campgrounds near cities like Knoxville, Nashville, and Memphis too!

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